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GU54 VTA

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

138,829 mi
Last recorded138,829 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 VTA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 138,829 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 138,829 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 20 May 2022 132,945 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 128,247 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2020 124,279 miles
Fail 8 May 2020 124,279 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 117,535 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 117,535 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jan 2018 66,549 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 107,091 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 101,153 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 92,669 miles

Rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 30 Sep 2014 92,645 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 2 Oct 2013 82,637 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 70,051 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 70,051 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 57,393 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 48,275 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 48,275 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2009 39,740 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 31,044 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 31,044 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 23,294 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Toyota Avensis?

Based on 3,497,866 MOT tests across 274,257 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
7,477
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
274,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 106,316
position lamp(s) not working 82,254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59,558
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49,676
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,472
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GU54 VTA is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 86,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Avensis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 106,316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU54 VTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Avensis typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU54 VTA registered?

GU54 VTA is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is GU54 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU54 VTA shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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